Hello Naperville! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: CAPTCHA scam warning, Disney’s Finding Nemo Jr., and Block 59 foam party + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Protect Your Accounts Online: Naperville police warned Monday, June 22 about a CAPTCHA scam that triggers malware via fake pop-ups. Officials advise disconnecting quickly, changing passwords, and enabling two-factor authentication to protect accounts -- read the full warning.
A new chapter downtown: Anderson’s is combining its Naperville Toyshop with the newly remodeled Anderson’s Bookshop. The toy store at 111 W. Jefferson will move inside 123 W. Jefferson, with completion expected by mid-July -- see the downtown move.
Sustainable disposal options: Naperville’s next Styrofoam recycling event will be Saturday, July 18, 9 a.m. to noon at the Route 59 Metra Station, collecting foam containers, egg cartons, rinsed meat trays and packaging -- see what can be recycled.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Tag, you’re it: Round up the crew and shake off the weekday blahs at Chasers Laser Tag, a local go-to for high-energy battles and arcade wins. Two distinct game styles keep it fresh, so you can bring kids, teens, or your overly competitive coworkers... everyone leaves smiling and slightly out of breath.
Reset by the river: Need a quick midweek breather? Riverwalk Park delivers chill trails for a stroll, a legit playground for the kids, a paddleboat pier when you want low-key adventure, and even an ice rink in season... all right in your backyard so you can bail home before the mac ’n’ cheese burns.
Plant joy, no guesswork: The Growing Place Garden Center is where Naperville folks find gorgeous, locally grown plants and straight-shooting advice so your porch pots, shady corners, and front-yard statements actually thrive. Wander the display gardens, get ideas, then go home feeling like a gardening wizard.
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05 — The event calendar Fun for the famOur favorite upcoming kid and family-friendly events. All events are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🐠 Disney’s Finding Nemo Jr. @ Bednarcik Middle School (Aurora) | Wednesday (6/24) at 7:00 PM – Disney’s Finding Nemo Jr. splashes onto the stage, shrinking the Pixar favorite into a family-friendly musical. Expect “Just Keep Swimming,” “Fish Are Friends Not Food,” and “Go With the Flow,” plus humor, heart, and a parent-child journey that feels suspiciously familiar in the best way.
🫧 Block 59 Foam Party @ Block 59 | Friday (6/26) at 1:00 PM – Whether you remember the 90s foam craze or just need the kids to burn energy, Block 59 is throwing a foam party with Varsity Events. Expect all-ages fun, big beats, and ankle-deep suds, so wear something washable, embrace the splash, and call it self-care.
☀ Solar Saturday @ Dandelion Fountain | Saturday (6/27) at 9:00 AM – Whether you are a closet space geek or just need an excuse for a Riverwalk stroll, catch free, safe views of the Sun through filtered telescopes. Scope sunspots and fiery prominences, charm the kids, and pretend you planned a science outing. Weather permitting, of course.
🛻 Total Off-Road Car & Truck Show @ Total Offroad & More | Saturday (6/27) at 10:00 AM – Think you know your lockers from your long travel? This off-road car and truck show lines up Jeeps, Chevys, Fords, Rams, overland builds, lifted rigs, and mini trucks, then lets you steal ideas, admire beadlocks, and swap trail lies like grown-ups.
🚴 Bike to the Barn @ Greene Barn at Greene Valley Forest Preserve | Saturday (6/27) at 11:00 AM – If your bike has been giving you that guilty look, ride it to the Greene Barn, the biggest barn in DuPage County. Expect nature, food, music, art, and activities, plus good vibes and prairie breezes, no Lycra required.
🐶 4th of July Professional Pet Portraits @ Two Bostons | Saturday (6/27) at 11:00 AM – Skipping fireworks for flattering angles, Two Bostons downtown is snapping 4th of July pet portraits upstairs. It is $35 per pet for a 10-minute session with 1-3 digital images, themed accessories to borrow, and up to two humans for $10 each, no appointment needed.
🎨 Naperville Fine Art and Artisan Fair @ Naper Settlement | Sunday (6/28) at 10:00 AM – An afternoon at Naper Settlement means art you want to hang, not just fridge trophies. Browse fine art and artisan work while the kids tackle an 8x12 interactive mural and kids art projects, then linger for music, good food, and adult beverages under the trees.
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07 — The Naperville report Weather forecastToday — High: 78°F — Low: 60°F — Precip: 43%
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 1pm and 2pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 2pm and 4pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 78. South southwest wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 10pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 10pm and 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 60. West southwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
Tomorrow — High: 79°F — Low: 59°F — Precip: 13%
Partly sunny, with a high near 79. West northwest wind around 5 mph, with gusts as high as 15 mph. Later: A chance of rain showers after 7pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 59. Chance of precipitation is 30%. This house is wildThis custom Siebert Builders home in Naperville’s East Highlands pairs brick-front curb appeal with refined, modern livability. Inside, vaulted family room ceilings, Restoration Hardware lighting, custom built-ins, and a gas fireplace set the tone, while the chef’s kitchen, finished basement with wet bar, and patio with firepit make entertaining feel effortless.
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